From a historical perspective, the Creeper Trail is a fascinating ride. The trail runs along a rail right-of-way that dates to the industrial expansion across the US in the 1880s and the accompanying iron ore speculation that ran even southward down to the western portion of Virginia.

Many ask how they can get involved and support the trail and the efforts of the Creeper Trail Club. There are a multitude of ways that you can demonstrate your love and support for this treasured recreational trail – helping to ensure the preservation of the trail for future generations.

If you’re visiting from out-of-town, a great place to start is right here! We’re proud to work with the bike shops, outfitters and shuttle operators in Damascus and Abingdon. They’re great folks for you to work with – friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful!

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Events

Events, festivals, fairs and more are a terrific way to complement your visit to southwest Virginia and your adventure on the Virginia Creeper Trail! You’ll find no shortage of local and regional events awaiting you throughout the year, right here in southwest Virginia. In addition, we maintain a list of events such as 5k’s, memorial races, and other activities on the trail, as well as events the Virginia Creeper Trail Club organizes for you.

Upcoming Events:

Where: Welcome Center at trail head in Abingdon (300 Green Spring Road)Details: As part of the Virginia Highlands Festival, the Creeper Trail Ride gives bikers a chance to experience the beauty of the Virginia Creeper Trail. Lawrence Dye, the 86-year-old Trail Ambassador, has logged more than 192,000 miles biking on the region’s finest rails-to-trails landmark. Sponsored by the Virginia Creeper Trail Club, the ride will begin at the VCT Welcome Center and will be led by Myrl Dunham, VCTC member, with a sendoff by Lawrence Dye at 8 am and proceed through Damascus to Whitetop Station and back. The pace will be moderate with plenty of breaks, and mileage can be shortened by joining or leaving the group at different locations along the trail. Participants should bring their own bikes (or rent one in Abingdon or Damascus) as well as weather-appropriate clothing, water, and snack.